Seller's Agent in 2025
Robert Macdonald
Lake & Company
(206) 354-5663
1 in this area
42 Total Sales
Listed by Lake & Company, Bought with Lake & Company
3211 Franklin Ave E Seattle, WA 98102
Portage Bay Neighborhood
--
Bed
--
Bath
3,110
Sq Ft
5,502
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- City View
- Deck
- No HOA
- Montlake Elementary School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- Thermal Windows
About This Home
As of October 2025Franklin Avenue East Duplex. 3,110 SF Grand in-city Craftsman. Built in 1910. All rooms are expansive, true divided leaded glass windows allow a lot of natural light. Custom millwork and built-ins. The previous owner was an architect and transformed the upstairs into an apartment with vaulted ceilings and a veranda with views of the Cascades, Portage Bay and the prestigious buildings of the University of Washington. Both Units have open concept floor plans and remodeled kitchens. High ceilings on all three floors. Parking off the alleyway in driveway and one car garage. The property is 5,500 SF of land zoned LR3(M) Urban Village. 50' zoning height. Garage converted to storage. Rare Opportunity to own a Classic Seattle Property!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Lake & Company License #111406 Listed on: 07/05/2024
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
MLS#: 2259494
Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $14,247
Year Built
- Built in 1910
Lot Details
- 5,500 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 50' x 110' x 50' x 110'
- Value in Land
Property Views
- City
- Territorial
Home Design
- Duplex
- Poured Concrete
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 3,110 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Thermal Windows
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
Parking
- 4 Parking Spaces
- Open Parking
Outdoor Features
- Deck
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- High Speed Internet
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Denny Fuhrman Addition Condos
- Eastlake Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 12 / 43
- Assessor Parcel Number 1959703175
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 5, 2024
Closed on
Oct 7, 2025
Sold by
Bischofberger Kenneth W
Bought by
Seattle Development Llc
Seller's Agent
Robert Macdonald
Lake & Company
Buyer's Agent
Barbara Nelson
Lake & Company
List Price
$1,625,000
Sold Price
$1,313,709
Premium/Discount to List
-$311,291
-19.16%
Views
23
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$71,783
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.85%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 9, 2025
Sold by
Bischofberger Kenneth W
Bought by
City Of Seattle
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 7, 1998
Sold by
Dreyer Alvin and Dreyer Malinda
Bought by
Bischofberger Kenneth W
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $1,313,709 | Chicago Title | |
| Deed | $313 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $370,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | $0 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/10/2025 10/10/25 | Sold | $1,313,709 | -16.6% | $422 / Sq Ft |
| 08/19/2024 08/19/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/17/2024 07/17/24 | Price Changed | $1,575,000 | -3.1% | $506 / Sq Ft |
| 07/05/2024 07/05/24 | For Sale | $1,625,000 | -- | $523 / Sq Ft |
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $15,192 | $1,567,000 | $1,566,000 | $1,000 |
| 2023 | $14,247 | $1,493,000 | $1,492,000 | $1,000 |
| 2022 | $10,574 | $1,305,000 | $1,166,000 | $139,000 |
| 2021 | $10,003 | $1,124,000 | $1,004,000 | $120,000 |
| 2020 | $10,183 | $1,008,000 | $941,000 | $67,000 |
| 2018 | $9,224 | $1,007,000 | $968,000 | $39,000 |
| 2017 | $7,252 | $913,000 | $848,000 | $65,000 |
| 2016 | $6,777 | $736,000 | $419,000 | $317,000 |
| 2015 | $5,399 | $672,000 | $381,000 | $291,000 |
| 2014 | -- | $543,000 | $318,000 | $225,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $568,000 | $303,000 | $265,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Robert Macdonald
-
Barbara Nelson
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Barbara Nelson
Lake & Company
(206) 612-6881
1 in this area
52 Total Sales
Map
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
MLS Number: 2259494
APN: 195970-3175
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